Philemon

Author: Paul

Period: c.60 A.D

Summary: In this letter Paul writes to Philemon whose slave, Onesimus, had run away to Rome where he met Paul and became a Christian. Paul sends him back to his rightful owner with his personal letter of recommendation to accept him back with love and charity.

REFRESH MY HEART IN THE LORD

Breakdown:

Responsibilities in Christ

• Salutation: Verses 1-3
• Paul’s praise of Philemon: Verses 47
• Paul’s plea for Onesimus: Verses 8-17
• Paul’s pledge of repayment: Verses 18-22
• Final greetings: Verses 23-25